Description
Calculate supplied masonry module and a stack with internal joints.
Architectural scalar geometry depends on datums, finish build-ups, endpoint conventions and supplied corrections. A nominal lintel seat differs from verified bearing capacity, and internal masonry joints differ from a module repeated with extra end joints. Negative clearances can reveal discrepancies without assessing structural or legal suitability.
Calculate supplied masonry module and a stack with internal joints.
When to use this tool
Use Masonry Course Height Module when you already have unitHeight, bedJointThickness, courseCount and need to calculate supplied masonry module and a stack with internal joints.
How to use the tool and how it works
- Enter unitHeight, bedJointThickness, courseCount. Use the units and conventions below.
- Run the tool. Correct any format, range, or cross-field input error before interpreting the output.
- Read courseModule, stackedHeight. Use the output convention below.
Require unitHeight/bedJointThickness>=0 and courseCount a nonnegative safe whole count; module=unit+joint and stacked=unit*count+joint*max(0,count-1).1
| Input field | Meaning and units | Accepted input |
|---|---|---|
| unitHeight | Unit Height | Required. Finite number; minimum 0. |
| bedJointThickness | Bed Joint Thickness | Required. Finite number; minimum 0. |
| courseCount | Course Count | Required. Safe integer; minimum 0. |
| Output field | Interpretation | Returned shape |
|---|---|---|
| courseModule | Course Module | Required. Finite number. |
| stackedHeight | unitHeight*courseCount+jointThickness*max(0,courseCount-1), excluding base/top joints. | Required. Finite number. |
{
"input": {
"unitHeight": 65,
"bedJointThickness": 10,
"courseCount": 10
},
"output": {
"courseModule": 75,
"stackedHeight": 740
}
}Limitations and assumptions
- The stack includes only joints between units, with no extra base/top joint. No material tolerances, compressive behavior, bonding or safe masonry design is determined.
- Inputs must satisfy both the field types and the cross-field conditions above. Invalid input causes an error; a successful false flag or documented placeholder is a different result.
- Numeric calculations use binary floating point unless exact decimal-integer arithmetic is explicitly stated. No hidden measurement tolerance or decimal rounding is added; nonfinite or out-of-contract results are rejected. Numeric signed-zero results are exported as zero.
Alternative or Complementary methods
Use controlled drawings, site measurements and complete engineering and code assessment. Check geometry, tolerances, loads and applicable requirements before interpreting local dimensions as a valid or safe design.
References
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